2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Monterey (358 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Enclave | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 358 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |